1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 1971 Chevrolet El Camino and 1971 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet El Camino weights approximately 561 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Chevrolet El Camino 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 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 1971 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | El Camino | Colt |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5013 cc | 1498 cc |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2360 mm |