2007 Audi A3 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Audi A3 is newer by 33 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), 2007 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A3 weights approximately 1078 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi A3 (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A3 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A3 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1548 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
