1973 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Citroen C3
To start off, 2011 Citroen C3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C3 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C3 weights approximately 741 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, 2011 Citroen C3 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Citroen |
Model | Minica | C3 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |