1973 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Toyota Corolla | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
Model | Corolla | Colt |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |