2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 715 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny. 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 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Sunny. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
