2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1967 Triumph TR5
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph TR5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph TR5 would be higher. At 2,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph TR5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph TR5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 790 kg more than 1967 Triumph TR5.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph TR5. (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph TR5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1967 Triumph TR5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
| Model | Colt | TR5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |
