2006 Audi A3 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 825 kg more than 1972 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, 2006 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A3 | Minica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |