1961 Fiat 1500 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1500. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 545 kg more than 1961 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 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1500. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1500 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 1500 | Colt |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 69 L |