1978 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 600 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Colt |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
