1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 10 kg more than 1965 Maserati Mistral.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mistral | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mistral | Colt |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 2834 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2970 mm |
