2006 Citroen C3 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Citroen C3 is newer by 35 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C3 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C3 weights approximately 575 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, 2006 Citroen C3 (134 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C3 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C3 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 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 |
