2007 Daihatsu Copen vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Copen is newer by 33 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Copen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Copen should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Copen weights approximately 382 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, 2007 Daihatsu Copen (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Copen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Copen | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Copen | Minica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2010 mm |
