1975 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1976 Audi Fox
To start off, 1976 Audi Fox is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi Fox (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi Fox weights approximately 402 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Audi Fox, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Audi Fox (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Audi Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mitsubishi Minica | 1976 Audi Fox | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Minica | Fox |
Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |