1970 Mazda 616 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda 616 | 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 616 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2430 mm |
