1961 Fiat 2300 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 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (136 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 360 kg more than 1961 Fiat 2300.
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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 2300. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 2300 | Colt |
Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2277 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |