1978 Simca 1100 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (95 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 190 kg more than 1978 Simca 1100. 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 (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (67 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Simca 1100 | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Simca | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1100 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 47 L |
