2003 Audi A6 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica

To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 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 A6 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica.

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2003 Audi A6 1980 Mitsubishi Minica
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model A6 Minica
Year Released 2003 1980
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2669 cc 546 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 250 HP 29 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 565 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 3200 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2060 mm