1968 Vauxhall Viva vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Vauxhall Viva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Vauxhall Viva would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Vauxhall Viva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Vauxhall Viva (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Vauxhall Viva should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 575 kg more than 1968 Vauxhall Viva.
Because 1968 Vauxhall Viva 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 Vauxhall Viva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Vauxhall Viva (159 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Vauxhall Viva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Vauxhall Viva | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Viva | Colt |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2500 mm |
