1966 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Toyota Corolla (59 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 730 kg more than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1966 Toyota Corolla 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 1966 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corolla | Colt |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1077 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
