2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130.
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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. 1976 Fiat 130 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Fiat 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Fiat |
| Model | Colt | 130 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2835 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
