1986 Citroen BX vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 12 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 2,139 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (197 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 810 kg more than 1974 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, 1986 Citroen BX (294 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BX | Minica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2139 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
