1990 Fiat Uno vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 21 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 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 695 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Uno | Colt |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2500 mm |
