1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2010 Audi S6
To start off, 2010 Audi S6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi S6 weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi S6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi S6 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Audi S6 (539 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 2010 Audi S6 has automatic transmission and 1972 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi S6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2010 Audi S6 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Minica | S6 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 5200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 2035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2847 mm |