2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1970 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corolla 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 (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. 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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1970 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Colt | Corolla |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2340 mm |