1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. 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 1957 Abarth 750. 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 750 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 95 L |
