1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1971 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 600 cc (2 cylinders), 1963 Citroen Ami is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mitsubishi Minica (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Citroen Ami weights approximately 150 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Citroen Ami (42 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 1963 Citroen Ami will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ami | Minica |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
