1975 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 625 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (161 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Escort | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Colt |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
