1968 Holden Monaro vs. 1968 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 1968 Holden Monaro and 1968 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Monaro (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 1968 Holden Monaro 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 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Monaro | 1968 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
Model | Monaro | Colt |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1498 cc |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2360 mm |