1958 AC Ace vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC Ace (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 30 kg more than 1958 AC Ace.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 AC Ace (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1958 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1983 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ace | Colt |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
