1982 Audi Coupe vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, both 1982 Audi Coupe and 1982 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1982 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Audi Coupe (130 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Audi Coupe weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 1982 Audi Coupe (171 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Audi Coupe 1982 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model Coupe Colt
Year Released 1982 1982
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2144 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 130 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 171 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1050 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2390 mm


 

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