1974 Citroen Dyane vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 548 cc (3 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 50 kg more than 1974 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1992 Mitsubishi Minica (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Minica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen Dyane | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dyane | Minica |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
