1975 Fiat 124 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 124 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 37 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 740 kg more than 1975 Fiat 124. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 124 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 124 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 140 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 95 L |
