2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 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 100 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Trabant P 601, 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Trabant P 601. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Trabant P 601.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Trabant |
| Model | Colt | P 601 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 24 L |
