1982 Citroen LN vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1982 Citroen LN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen LN weights approximately 244 kg more than 1973 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, 1982 Citroen LN (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen LN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LN | Minica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2010 mm |
