2003 Citroen C2 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2003 Citroen C2 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2003 Citroen C2. (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 384 kg more than 2003 Citroen C2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C2. (110 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C2 | 1988 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C2 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2610 mm |
