2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1968 Riley 4
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Riley 4 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 (96 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1968 Riley 4. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1968 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 502 kg more than 1968 Riley 4. 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 (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1968 Riley 4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Riley |
Model | Colt | 4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 198 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |