2007 Daihatsu Materia vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 575 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Materia | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Materia | Minica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
