2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 340 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1980 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
Model | Charade | Minica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2060 mm |