1975 Citroen Dyane vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 546 cc (2 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Minica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Minica (27 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen Dyane weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica.
Because 1983 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 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen Dyane, 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Minica (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Minica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Citroen Dyane | 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Dyane | Minica |
Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 27 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2060 mm |