1976 Holden Torana 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 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 2,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (102 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 710 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Torana | Colt |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2970 mm |
