1994 Ford Aspire vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1994 Ford Aspire is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aspire weights approximately 6 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Aspire. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 1994 Ford Aspire has manual transmission. 1994 Ford Aspire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Aspire | 1983 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aspire | Colt |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
