1948 Citroen 2CV 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 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 471 cc (2 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica (29 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 152 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Because 1976 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 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Minica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | 2CV | Minica |
Year Released | 1948 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |