1980 Audi Quattro vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Quattro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Quattro would be higher. At 2,143 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Quattro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Quattro (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 160 kg more than 1980 Audi Quattro.
Because 1980 Audi Quattro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Quattro 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, 1980 Audi Quattro (285 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Quattro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Quattro | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Quattro | Colt |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
