1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 308 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 69 L |
