1967 Opel Commodore vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 280 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore.
Because 1967 Opel Commodore 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 1967 Opel Commodore. 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, 1967 Opel Commodore (174 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Commodore | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
Model | Commodore | Colt |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |