1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 would be higher. At 425 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Dyane 4, 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, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Mitsubishi Minica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Dyane 4 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Dyane 4 | Minica |
Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |