1973 Mazda Luce vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,620 cc, 1973 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Luce (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda Luce weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda Luce (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Luce | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Luce | Colt |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 1332 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
