1990 Porsche Pan Americana vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche Pan Americana would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche Pan Americana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche Pan Americana weights approximately 26 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Porsche Pan Americana 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 1990 Porsche Pan Americana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1990 Porsche Pan Americana (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche Pan Americana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche Pan Americana | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Porsche | Mitsubishi |
Model | Pan Americana | Colt |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2500 mm |