1970 Simca 1301 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 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 540 kg more than 1970 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Simca 1301 | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Simca | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1301 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2500 mm |
