1996 Audi A6 vs. 1968 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 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, 1996 Audi A6 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt.

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1996 Audi A6 1968 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model A6 Colt
Year Released 1996 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2771 cc 1498 cc
Horse Power 191 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 280 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 910 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2360 mm