2008 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (95 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 210 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Colt | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
