1983 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2001 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2001 Toyota Yaris is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Colt 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 4 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (66 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 94 kg more than 2001 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Yaris. (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Colt | 2001 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
