2006 Audi TT vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 893 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Audi TT (281 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TT | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
