2004 Audi A4 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica

To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (187 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A4 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 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, 2004 Audi A4 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.

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2004 Audi A4 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model A4 Minica
Year Released 2004 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 358 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 27 HP
Engine RPM 5100 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 28 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 510 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2010 mm