1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 20 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 764 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Xantia | Minica |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |