1973 Maserati Bora vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Maserati Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. 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 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Maserati Bora | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bora | Colt |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4719 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2970 mm |
