1994 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1969 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1994 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1969 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1969 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1969 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Infiniti Q45 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 1994 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Infiniti Q45 | 1969 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Infiniti | Mitsubishi |
Model | Q45 | Colt |
Year Released | 1994 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1498 cc |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |