1983 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Simca 1301 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Colt | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Colt | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
