1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 452 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Colt |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
