2001 Honda Fit vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,498 cc, 1973 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Fit weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1973 Mitsubishi Colt (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 1973 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fit | Colt |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
