1973 Matra-Simca M530 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 Matra-Simca M530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Matra-Simca M530 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 545 kg more than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Matra-Simca M530 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Matra-Simca | Mitsubishi |
| Model | M530 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1699 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2960 mm |
