1991 Ford Festiva vs. 1968 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,498 cc, 1968 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mitsubishi Colt (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 94 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Mitsubishi Colt (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Festiva | 1968 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Festiva | Colt |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2360 mm |
