1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 240 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 Plymouth Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Plymouth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Valiant | Colt |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
