1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 544 kg more than 1951 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. 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 (294 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Citroen 15 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | 15 | Colt |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2970 mm |