1987 Venturi Cabriolet vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 204 kg more than 1987 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 1987 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1987 Venturi Cabriolet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 1987 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Venturi Cabriolet | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Venturi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cabriolet | Colt |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
