1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 262 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Challenger | Colt |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2834 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |
