1968 Ford Corsair vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 35 kg more than 1968 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Corsair 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 1968 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (103 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Corsair | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corsair | Colt |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
