1974 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2006 Audi A3
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Minica | 2006 Audi A3 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Minica | A3 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 357 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |