1996 Audi RS2 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi RS2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi RS2 would be higher. At 2,226 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi RS2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi RS2 (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi RS2 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Audi RS2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi RS2 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 RS2 (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi RS2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.

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1996 Audi RS2 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Audi Mitsubishi
Model RS2 Colt
Year Released 1996 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2226 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 311 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1695 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2500 mm