1950 Ford Zephyr vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (57 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1950 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 105 kg more than 1950 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Ford Zephyr. (151 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Ford Zephyr | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Zephyr | Colt |
Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2834 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 95 L |