1983 Holden Camira vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Holden Camira would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Holden Camira. (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1983 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 586 kg more than 1983 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Holden Camira, 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Holden Camira.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Camira | Colt |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2970 mm |
