1995 Audi A8 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1995 Audi A8 is newer by 21 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 3,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A8 (227 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A8 weights approximately 1175 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Audi A8 (315 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Audi A8 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A8 | Minica |
Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3695 cc | 357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |