2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 29 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 690 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Xsara | Minica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2010 mm |
