2009 Audi A5 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 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, 2009 Audi A5 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi A5 | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | A5 | Minica |
Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3197 cc | 471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |