2001 Nissan Moco vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2001 Nissan Moco is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Moco weights approximately 210 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2001 Nissan Moco is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Moco 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Moco | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Nissan | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Moco | Colt |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2390 mm |
