1998 Honda Life vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1998 Honda Life is newer by 15 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 23 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 134 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life 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, 1983 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Life | 1983 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Life | Colt |
Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |