1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 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 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 370 kg more than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. 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 (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (142 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | W 110 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
