2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1977 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Seat 124 would be higher. At 1,491 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1977 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1977 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 135 kg more than 1977 Seat 124. 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 (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1977 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Colt | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1491 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
