2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 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 50 more horse power than 1963 Peugeot 404. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1963 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 561 kg more than 1963 Peugeot 404. 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Colt | 404 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |
