2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 1196 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 C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C5 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 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 | 1666 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 |
