1984 Mazda 323 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mazda 323 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 (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 798 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 323 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2970 mm |
