1956 AC Ace vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Ace (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 26 kg more than 1956 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 AC Ace (167 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm). This means 1956 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ace | Colt |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
