2005 Audi A8 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1971 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, 2005 Audi A8 (431 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A8 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2010 mm |
