2002 Audi A8 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2002 Audi A8 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A8 (271 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A8 weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1973 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, 2002 Audi A8 (225 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A8 | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A8 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
