1968 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC

To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 1585 kg more than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 580 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Mitsubishi Colt 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
Make Mitsubishi Bentley
Model Colt Continental GTC
Year Released 1968 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1498 cc 5998 cc
Horse Power 72 HP 567 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 700 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Front AWD
Vehicle Weight 910 kg 2495 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4806 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1943 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1405 mm
Wheelbase Size 2360 mm 2746 mm


 

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