1973 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1998 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 1998 Panoz Esperante is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 360 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Panoz Esperante 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 1998 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1998 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mitsubishi Colt | 1998 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Panoz |
Model | Colt | Esperante |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4599 cc |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |