2009 Audi TT vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2009 Audi TT 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 425 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TT | Minica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 357 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 | 2500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2010 mm |
