1976 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 1006 kg more than 1972 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Citroen CX | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | CX | Minica |
Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2010 mm |