1999 Audi TT vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 698 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi TT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TT | Minica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
