1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,997 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 830 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. 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 (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
Model | 700 | Colt |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1997 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 162 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 | 570 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 69 L |