2005 Citroen C vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Citroen C is newer by 33 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), 2005 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C (72 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C weights approximately 670 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, 2005 Citroen C (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 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 | 72 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |
