1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 1030 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Minica | TT |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 357 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2469 mm |
