1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 850 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Citroen 2CV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 265 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Citroen 2CV (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1958 Citroen 2CV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2CV | Minica |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
