2005 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1973 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Laurel (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Laurel 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 1973 Nissan Laurel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1973 Nissan Laurel (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | 1973 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Colt | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
