1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2013 Audi A8

To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 37 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 1514 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 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Mitsubishi Minica 2013 Audi A8
Make Mitsubishi Audi
Model Minica A8
Year Released 1976 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 359 cc 3991 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line W
Horse Power 27 HP 367 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 28 Nm 445 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Vehicle Weight 510 kg 2024 kg
Vehicle Length 3000 mm 5267 mm
Vehicle Width 1300 mm 2111 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1471 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 3122 mm


 

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