1999 AC Ace vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 AC Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ace | Colt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1620 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 95 L |
