2009 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 794 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Matiz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daewoo Matiz (50 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 381 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 Daewoo Matiz (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Daewoo Matiz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daewoo Matiz | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Daewoo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Matiz | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 794 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
