2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1977 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,970 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1977 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1977 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 360 kg more than 1977 Peugeot 504. 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 (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Peugeot 504. (135 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1977 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Colt | 504 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 2304 cc |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2750 mm |
