1984 Honda Jazz vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 365 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (161 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Honda Jazz | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Jazz | Colt |
Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2510 mm |