2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1972 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Laurel 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 11 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 470 kg more than 1972 Nissan Laurel. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1972 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Colt | Laurel |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1815 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |