1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 560 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 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon 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, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 1950 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Station Wagon | Colt |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
