1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 270 kg more than 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta.
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, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (294 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mangusta | Colt |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2970 mm |
