1984 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1961 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1961 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Seat 1400 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 1961 Seat 1400 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 1961 Seat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Colt | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |
