1980 Audi Sport vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 735 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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 Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Sport | Carisma |
Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1832 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |