1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 793 kg more than 1974 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, 2010 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Citroen |
Model | Minica | C3 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |