1956 AC Aceca 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 Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca 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 Aceca.
Because 1956 AC Aceca 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 1956 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1956 AC Aceca (168 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm). This means 1956 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 1956 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1956 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 AC Aceca | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
Model | Aceca | Colt |
Year Released | 1956 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 102 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |