1985 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2010 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2010 Lancia Musa is newer by 25 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 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Musa (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Musa weights approximately 358 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Lancia Musa (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (103 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | 2010 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lancia |
| Model | Colt | Musa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2520 mm |
