2010 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 440 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona. 1973 Toyota Corona has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Corona |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9:01 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
