1988 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 610 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Ferrari Testarossa 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 1988 Ferrari Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1988 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
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1988 Ferrari Testarossa | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
Model | Testarossa | Colt |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 1437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |