2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 30 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), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C3 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 610 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, 2002 Citroen C3 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C3 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 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 | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |
