2004 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1975 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Crown (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Crown weights approximately 291 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Toyota Crown 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 Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | 1975 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Crown |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
