2007 Audi A4 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 25 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 2,967 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (201 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 785 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 2007 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A4 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1439 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
