1970 Audi Variant vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1970 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi Variant weights approximately 175 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1970 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Variant | Colt |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
