1975 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (95 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 332 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda Civic | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Colt |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
