2007 Kia Rio vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 185 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 2007 Kia Rio (127 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rio | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
