1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 235 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (160 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 1990 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1990 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Uno | Colt |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
