1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (161 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 70 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 47 L |
