2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1969 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,498 cc, 1969 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mitsubishi Colt (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 125 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Mitsubishi Colt (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 1969 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kalos | Colt |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1498 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2360 mm |
