1978 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 206 kg more than 1978 Chrysler Valiant.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Chrysler Valiant. (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chrysler Valiant | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Valiant | Colt |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2970 mm |
