2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 695 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett. 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 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Colt | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |
