2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 2,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 770 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR7. 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
| Model | Colt | TR7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
