1968 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 220 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escort | Colt |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |