2005 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Kalos | 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kalos | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
