1956 Ford Prefect vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Colt (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 171 kg more than 1956 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Ford Prefect 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 Ford Prefect. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Colt (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Prefect | 1987 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prefect | Colt |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2390 mm |
