1976 Mazda 616 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 540 kg more than 1976 Mazda 616.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mazda 616 | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 616 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
