1996 Honda Today vs. 1968 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 28 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 25 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Honda Today 1968 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Honda Mitsubishi
Model Today Colt
Year Released 1996 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 656 cc 1498 cc
Horse Power 47 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 57 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Vehicle Weight 710 kg 910 kg
Vehicle Length 3300 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1400 mm 1500 mm


 

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