1975 Alpine A 310 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,835 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alpine A 310 (127 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 350 kg more than 1975 Alpine A 310.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alpine A 310. (146 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alpine A 310.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Alpine A 310 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Alpine | Mitsubishi |
Model | A 310 | Colt |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1604 cc | 2835 cc |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |