1984 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1961 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Corona. (55 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Toyota Corona weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 1961 Toyota Corona 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 Toyota Corona. 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, 1961 Toyota Corona (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Mitsubishi Colt | 1961 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Corona |
Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1437 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |