1990 Ford Festiva vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 Ford Festiva. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 Ford Festiva. 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Festiva. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Festiva | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Festiva | Colt |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2630 mm |