1974 Mazda Familia vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 116 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mazda Familia | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Colt |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1437 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 804 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2390 mm |
