1975 Audi 50 vs. 1993 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Colt is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 50 would be higher. At 1,833 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Plymouth Colt (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1975 Audi 50. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1975 Audi 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 540 kg more than 1975 Audi 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Plymouth Colt (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Audi 50. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Audi 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 50 | 1993 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Audi | Plymouth |
| Model | 50 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
