1983 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 1983 De Tomaso Deauville and 1983 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (1983). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 De Tomaso Deauville is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1983 De Tomaso Deauville. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville has automatic transmission and 1983 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 De Tomaso Deauville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 De Tomaso Deauville | 1983 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
Model | Deauville | Colt |
Year Released | 1983 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |