1968 Volvo P 1800 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volvo P 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volvo P 1800 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Volvo P 1800 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 360 kg more than 1968 Volvo P 1800.
Because 1968 Volvo P 1800 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 Volvo P 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Volvo P 1800 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Volvo P 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Volvo P 1800 | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Volvo | Mitsubishi |
Model | P 1800 | Colt |
Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1778 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2500 mm |