1971 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1975 Simca 1301 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,498 cc, 1971 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mitsubishi Colt (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1301 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Colt.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mitsubishi Colt (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Colt | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Colt | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1290 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
