2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 510 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mitsubishi Colt | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Willys-Overland |
Model | Colt | Rural |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |