1971 Honda Life vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 405 kg more than 1971 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda Life | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Life | Colt |
Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 28 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2390 mm |