1957 Opel Record vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 655 kg more than 1957 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Opel Record 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 1957 Opel Record. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Opel Record | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Record | Colt |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.9:1 | 9:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
