1969 Audi Variant vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1969 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1969 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 280 kg more than 1969 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Audi Variant | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Variant | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
