1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 100 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Colt |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2500 mm |
