2007 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 6 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Daihatsu Sirion | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sirion | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |
