1982 Citroen Mehari vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1982 Citroen Mehari is newer by 10 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 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1982 Citroen Mehari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica (31 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen Mehari weights approximately 43 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Mehari, 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, 1982 Citroen Mehari (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (32 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen Mehari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen Mehari | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mehari | Minica |
Year Released | 1982 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 32 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 558 kg | 515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |