2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor 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 76 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 995 kg more than 1968 Morris Minor. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1968 Morris Minor | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
Model | Colt | Minor |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |