2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 32 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 1021 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C5 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1491 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
