1973 Honda Civic vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 179 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. 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, 1973 Honda Civic (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1983 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Colt |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |
