1968 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1963 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1968 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Triumph 2000 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mitsubishi Colt | 1963 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
| Model | Colt | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
