1986 Maserati 420 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,972 cc, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 445 kg more than 1986 Maserati 420.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1986 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati 420 | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 420 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2972 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2970 mm |
