1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,970 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 630 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1500 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2970 cc |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 179 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 95 L |
