2005 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1990 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Peugeot 505 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 1990 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1990 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | 1990 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Colt | 505 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1122 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
