1985 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Seat 124 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (103 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Colt | 124 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
