2002 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 535 kg more than 1974 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, 2002 Daewoo Kalos (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2002 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Kalos | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kalos | Minica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2010 mm |
