1973 BMW Touring vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 35 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | Touring | Colt |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |