1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa (112 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 457 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Because 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa 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 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa. (88 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Abarth 1000 TC Corsa | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Abarth | Mitsubishi |
Model | 1000 TC Corsa | Colt |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 982 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 178 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |