1999 Daihatsu Naked vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1999 Daihatsu Naked is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 659 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Daihatsu Naked is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (62 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Daihatsu Naked weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Daihatsu Naked, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Daihatsu Naked (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Daihatsu Naked will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Daihatsu Naked | 1975 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Naked | Minica |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2010 mm |