2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 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 25 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 771 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2340 mm |
