1967 Fiat 124 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 124 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 (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 960 kg more than 1967 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 124. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat 124 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 124 | Colt |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 95 L |