2001 Audi A2 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 27 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 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A2 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A2 weights approximately 560 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, 2001 Audi A2 (230 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A2 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1422 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
