2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse would be higher. At 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 365 kg more than 2012 Audi A1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mitsubishi Eclipse | 2012 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Eclipse | A1 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2349 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2469 mm |
