2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 33 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), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 805 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, 2004 Citroen C4 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen C4 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | C4 | Minica |
Year Released | 2004 | 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 | 135 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |