2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1983 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,970 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 765 kg more than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. 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 (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1983 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Colt | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1256 cc |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
