1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1968 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Honda Prelude.
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 Prelude (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Honda Prelude | 1968 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prelude | Colt |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2360 mm |
