2001 Audi A6 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2001 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
