1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina 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 (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 498 kg more than 1977 Ford Cortina. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cortina | Colt |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1626 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |