1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 500 | Colt |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2500 mm |