2005 Audi TT vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 870 kg more than 1973 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 TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TT | Minica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2010 mm |
