1972 Holden Monaro vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. Both 1972 Holden Monaro and 2006 Mitsubishi Colt are equipped with a 2,834 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Monaro weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Monaro | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
Model | Monaro | Colt |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2834 cc |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2970 mm |