1969 Maserati Mistral 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 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 135 kg more than 1969 Maserati Mistral.
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 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Maserati Mistral | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mistral | Colt |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1997 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
