2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Renault 15 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 64 more horse power than 1972 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 905 kg more than 1972 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Colt | 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
