2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 24 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 205 kg more than 1985 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, 2009 Mini Cooper (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt. (103 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1985 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cooper | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
