2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1983 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 504. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 190 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 504. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 504. (134 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1983 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Colt | 504 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
