1991 Ford Corsair vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 320 kg more than 1991 Ford Corsair.
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, 1991 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Corsair | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corsair | Colt |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2500 mm |
