Colt Runabout facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Colt Runabout |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Colt Runabout Company |
| Production | 1907 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | Runabout |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | six-cylinder gasoline |
| Transmission | 3-speed manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 105 in (2,667 mm) |
The Colt Runabout was an American car from the early 1900s, also known as the "Brass Era." It was built in 1907 in Yonkers, New York, by William Mason Turner. This car was designed for two people and was quite special for its time.
What Was the Colt Runabout?
The Colt Runabout was a two-seater car. It had a long front section, called a hood, and a short back. This design was very common for cars built around that time. The car also had a special place at the back to carry two spare tires.
It weighed about 1,800 pounds (816 kg). This was considered quite light for a car back then.
How Much Did It Cost?
The Colt Runabout was priced at US$1,500. To understand if this was expensive, let's compare it to other cars from 1907:
- The popular Oldsmobile Runabout cost US$650.
- The two-seat Ford Model C was US$850.
- The Oakland 40 was US$1,600.
- Some cars from the American Motor Car Company cost much more, from US$4,250 to US$5,250.
So, the Colt Runabout was more expensive than some popular cars but less than the most luxurious ones.
Speed and Power
The Colt Runabout had a powerful six-cylinder engine. This engine could produce 40 horsepower (30 kW). The company that made the car, Colt, claimed it could reach a top speed of 60 miles per hour (100 km/h). This was a very impressive speed for a car in 1907! Most roads were not paved, and cars were still quite new.
