2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 245 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Colt | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
