1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,835 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
Model | 230 | Colt |
Year Released | 1941 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2229 cc | 2835 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2970 mm |