2005 Opel Corsa vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 281 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 2005 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 2005 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2005 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Corsa | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corsa | Colt |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
