2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1973 Volvo 164
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volvo 164 (142 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 164 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volvo 164. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 1973 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Colt | 164 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 2976 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |
