2000 Mazda Familia vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 95 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia.

Because 2000 Mazda Familia 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 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Mazda Familia 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Mazda Mitsubishi
Model Familia Colt
Year Released 2000 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1437 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary in-line
Horse Power 106 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 825 kg 920 kg
Vehicle Length 3840 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2390 mm


 

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