1980 Mazda 323 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 570 kg more than 1980 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 323 (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 323 | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 323 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
