2010 Smart ForTwo vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Smart ForTwo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2010 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Smart ForTwo. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 2010 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2010 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Smart ForTwo | 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Smart | Mitsubishi |
Model | ForTwo | Colt |
Year Released | 2010 | 1982 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2695 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1542 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1867 mm | 2390 mm |