1986 Citroen CX vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen CX (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen CX weights approximately 950 kg more than 1971 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 CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen CX | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | CX | Minica |
Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2010 mm |