2001 Opel Corsa vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2001 Opel Corsa 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 12 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (58 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Corsa weights approximately 105 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Corsa | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corsa | Colt |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |
