2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 2,834 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 566 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | Cherry |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 988 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2340 mm |
