2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 54 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
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 Vauxhall Belmont (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Colt | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
