1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 196 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 35 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 Austin A 35. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Colt (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 1998 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 35 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2430 mm |
