1973 Fiat 132 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 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 555 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 132 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | 132 | Colt |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 95 L |