1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1997 Citroen C 15 is newer by 25 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1972 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, 1997 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen C 15 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C 15 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2010 mm |
