1972 Citroen SM vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen SM (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen SM weights approximately 980 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SM | Minica |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2010 mm |
