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Mitsubishi Colt Lancer A7_ 1.6 (82 Hp)
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Mitsubishi Colt Lancer:
The Mitsubishi Lancer is an automobile that was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Mitsubishi Motors from 1973 until 2024.
The Lancer has been marketed as the Colt Lancer, Dodge Colt, Plymouth Colt, Chrysler Valiant Lancer, Chrysler Lancer, Eagle Summit, Hindustan Lancer, Soueast Lioncel, and Mitsubishi Mirage in various countries at different times, and has been sold as the Mitsubishi Galant Fortis in Japan since 2007. It has also been sold as Mitsubishi Lancer Fortis in Taiwan with a different facelift than the Galant Fortis. In Japan, it was sold at a specific retail chain called Car Plaza....(Read more on Wikipedia)
A7_ Overview:
Mitsubishi Colt Lancer (A7_). A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 0 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.6 (82 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides a more capable driving experience, allowing for comfortable highway cruising and better acceleration compared to smaller engines. A good all-rounder.
Fuel Economy
Offers a reasonable balance between power and economy, though not as frugal as the 1.2L. Acceptable for mixed driving conditions.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Reliable and durable for its era
- • Economical to run (especially smaller engines)
- • Simple and easy to maintain mechanics
- • Practical and spacious interior for a compact sedan
- • Good value for money at the time
Cons:
- • Basic safety features by modern standards
- • Limited performance from base engines
- • Dated interior design and materials
- • Lack of modern conveniences and technology
- • Ride comfort can be firm on rough roads
Specifications:
| General: | |
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| Brand: | Mitsubishi |
| Model: | Colt Lancer |
| Generation: | A7_ |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.6 (82 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1978 |
| End of production: | 1979 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Engine: | |
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| Power: | 82 Hp |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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