1984 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1974 Audi 80
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 8 kg more than 1974 Audi 80.
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, 1974 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | 1974 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Audi |
| Model | Colt | 80 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1437 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2550 mm |
