1975 Toyota Corolla vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 670 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1975 Toyota Corolla 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 1975 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corolla. (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Toyota Corolla | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corolla | Colt |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1166 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 47 L |
