1958 Toyota Crown vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Toyota Crown 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 99 more horse power than 1958 Toyota Crown. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1958 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 300 kg more than 1958 Toyota Crown. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Toyota Crown 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 1958 Toyota Crown. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Toyota Crown. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Toyota Crown | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
Model | Crown | Colt |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1453 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2500 mm |