1981 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,964 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT 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, 2011 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. 2011 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 1981 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1981 Mitsubishi Minica | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Minica | TT |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 546 cc | 1964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2469 mm |