2003 Audi A4 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2003 Audi A4 is newer by 11 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A4 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A4 weights approximately 655 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 2003 Audi A4. 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, 2003 Audi A4 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A4 | 1992 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
