2008 Audi A3 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1973 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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1973 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A3 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
