2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1969 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 560 kg more than 1969 Opel Rekord. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Rekord. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1969 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Colt | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
