1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 25 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (103 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 1976 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1976 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cortina | Colt |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
