1975 Audi 80 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 80 (110 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 588 kg more than 1975 Audi 80.
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, 1975 Audi 80 (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 80 | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 80 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
