1999 Lada 111 vs. 1968 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1999 Lada 111 is newer by 31 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lada 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mitsubishi Colt (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lada 111 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1968 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, 1968 Mitsubishi Colt (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lada 111 | 1968 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 111 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2360 mm |
