1984 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 15 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Colt | 15 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1437 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
