1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 898 kg more than 1976 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 (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 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 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Xantia | Minica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
