1985 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 610 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Colt | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
