1971 Toyota Sprinter vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 310 kg more than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (161 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Sprinter | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sprinter | Colt |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1493 cc |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
