1996 Audi A3 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 25 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 670 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, 1996 Audi A3 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A3 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A3 | Minica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 151 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |