1986 Audi 100 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1986 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 100. (122 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 100 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
