1969 Toyota Crown vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 2,599 cc, 1969 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Crown (98 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 125 kg more than 1969 Toyota Crown.
Because 1969 Toyota Crown 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 1969 Toyota Crown. 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, 1969 Toyota Crown (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Toyota Crown | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
Model | Crown | Colt |
Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2599 cc | 1332 cc |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |