2007 Audi Q7 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica

To start off, 2007 Audi Q7 is newer by 35 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi Q7 (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1730 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.

Because 2007 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi Q7 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 Q7 (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (28 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 2007 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 1972 Mitsubishi Minica has manual transmission. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi Q7 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model Q7 Minica
Year Released 2007 1972
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3597 cc 359 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 27 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 8000 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 28 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 2240 kg 510 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 3000 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1300 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1320 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2010 mm


 

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