1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 420 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tipo | Colt |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1695 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 20.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.8 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
