1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Audi Q3
To start off, 2012 Audi Q3 is newer by 40 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q3 (168 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Because 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 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, 2012 Audi Q3 (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Audi Q3 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Minica | Q3 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1600 mm |