1971 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 325 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, 1971 Chrysler Valiant (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler Valiant | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Valiant | Colt |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2835 cc |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2970 mm |
