1948 Citroen 15 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 15 weights approximately 856 kg more than 1976 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, 1948 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1948 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | 15 | Minica |
Year Released | 1948 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2010 mm |