1982 Lancia Beta vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 450 kg more than 1982 Lancia Beta.
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, 1982 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Beta | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Beta | Colt |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1367 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
