1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1976 Audi 80
To start off, both 1976 Mitsubishi Minica and 1976 Audi 80 were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Audi 80 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Audi 80, 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 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1976 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1976 Audi 80 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Minica | 80 |
Year Released | 1976 | 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 | 28 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 |