2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1973 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Triumph Dolomite (124 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 684 kg more than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Triumph Dolomite. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1973 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
| Model | Colt | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 57 L |
