2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 530 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colt | Minica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
