1986 Audi 100 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,921 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1971 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, 1986 Audi 100 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
