1970 Citroen GS vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,015 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Citroen GS (54 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen GS weights approximately 420 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1970 Citroen GS, 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, 1970 Citroen GS (70 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (38 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen GS | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GS | Minica |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1015 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 38 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
