1982 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Seat 124 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Seat 124 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Seat 124 (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | 1978 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Colt | 124 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
