1982 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 94 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.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |
