2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1969 Triumph 2000
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 2000 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Triumph 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1969 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 280 kg more than 1969 Triumph 2000. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1969 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
| Model | Colt | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |
