1991 Audi 80 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1991 Audi 80 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 80 (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 80 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1973 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, 1991 Audi 80 (182 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 80 | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 80 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2010 mm |
