1980 Mazda 929 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 430 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mazda 929 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda 929 | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 929 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
