2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
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 Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 94 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 95 kg more than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Because 1970 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Corona. (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 51 L |
