2007 Audi A4 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 17 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 968 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.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A4 | Minica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |