1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 850 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen 2CV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Minica (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 165 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Citroen 2CV (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Citroen 2CV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | 2CV | Minica |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2060 mm |