1982 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, both 1982 Mitsubishi Colt and 1982 Vauxhall Nova were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 175 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Mitsubishi Colt (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (92 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Mitsubishi Colt | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
Model | Colt | Nova |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2350 mm |