2000 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2000 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 28 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 600 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, 2000 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Berlingo | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Berlingo | Minica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |
