1979 Citroen Mehari vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1979 Citroen Mehari is newer by 5 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 601 cc (2 cylinders), 1979 Citroen Mehari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen Mehari weights approximately 85 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 39 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Mehari | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mehari | Minica |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 601 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |