1973 Mazda Familia vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 700 kg more than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda Familia | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Familia | Colt |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1272 cc | 1332 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2500 mm |
