2005 Daihatsu Altis vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Altis is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Altis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Altis (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Altis should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Altis weights approximately 780 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Daihatsu Altis (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Altis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daihatsu Altis | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Altis | Minica |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |