2000 Audi R8 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 26 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 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 468 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | R8 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
