1982 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2012 Audi A4
To start off, 2012 Audi A4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A4 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A4 weights approximately 825 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.
Because 2012 Audi A4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A4 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, 2012 Audi A4 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. 2012 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1982 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1982 Mitsubishi Colt | 2012 Audi A4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
Model | Colt | A4 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2809 mm |