1971 BMW Touring vs. 1991 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1991 Dodge Colt is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1991 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 35 kg more than 1991 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1991 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Touring | Colt |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
