2001 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 796 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Matiz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 370 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Daewoo Matiz (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Matiz | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Matiz | Minica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
