2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 38 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 972 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C5 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |
