1972 Seat 124 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 124 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 84 more horse power than 1972 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 620 kg more than 1972 Seat 124. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Seat 124 | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Seat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 124 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
