1979 Honda Accord vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 55 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 1979 Honda Accord (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1971 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Colt |
Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1498 cc |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |