2009 Audi A3 vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A3 weights approximately 796 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 Audi A3 (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A3 | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
