1973 Ford Fairlane vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Fairlane (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1973 Ford Fairlane is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Ford Fairlane (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Fairlane | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fairlane | Colt |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2500 mm |
