1982 Audi UR vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1982 Audi UR is newer by 8 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi UR weights approximately 842 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.
Because 1982 Audi UR is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Audi UR 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, 1982 Audi UR (270 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Audi UR | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | UR | Minica |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 37 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2010 mm |
