1973 Toyota Century 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 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Century weights approximately 265 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Century 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 Toyota Century. 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 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Century | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Century | Colt |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3375 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2500 mm |
