1974 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,970 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1974 Fiat 126. 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 (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 126 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 126 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 2970 cc |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 95 L |
