2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 315 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Opel Senator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Opel Senator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Opel Senator (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (146 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Colt | Senator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
