1980 Audi 80 vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1980 Audi 80. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Audi 80 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Colt (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi 80. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi 80 | 1999 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 80 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
