1976 Ford Taunus vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 335 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Taunus | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taunus | Colt |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2960 mm |
