1969 Ford Mustang vs. 1969 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 1969 Ford Mustang and 1969 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (1969). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Mustang (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 506 kg more than 1969 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Ford Mustang 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 1969 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Mustang | 1969 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mustang | Colt |
Year Released | 1969 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1498 cc |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |