1984 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 1990 Morgan 4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Morgan 4 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 Morgan 4.
Because 1990 Morgan 4 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 1990 Morgan 4. 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, 1990 Morgan 4 (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1990 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Mitsubishi Colt | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
Model | Colt | 4 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1437 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |