1959 Fiat 750 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 915 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 1959 Fiat 750. 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 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 750 | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 750 | Colt |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 75.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 131 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 47 L |