1978 Audi 100 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1978 Audi 100 is newer by 4 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Audi 100 weights approximately 640 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, 1978 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1978 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Audi 100 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | 100 | Minica |
Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |