1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Cadillac Calais. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Cadillac Calais would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 930 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, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Calais | Colt |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 2835 cc |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 95 L |
