1968 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Colt |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 95 L |
