2012 Audi A1 vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Audi A1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Audi A1 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2012 Audi A1. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 530 kg more than 2012 Audi A1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Audi A1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A1. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A1 | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A1 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3954 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1416 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2635 mm |
