2004 Daihatsu Cuore vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Colt (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 136 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. 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, 1986 Mitsubishi Colt (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Cuore | 1986 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cuore | Colt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
