1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, both 1972 AMC Ambassador and 1972 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 893 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1972 AMC Ambassador 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 1972 AMC Ambassador. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Colt.

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