1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 865 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DB3 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
