1992 Audi Coupe vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1992 Audi Coupe is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Audi Coupe (111 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (31 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Audi Coupe weights approximately 615 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Audi Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Audi Coupe (174 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (32 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1992 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Audi Coupe | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Coupe | Minica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
