1990 Subaru Leone vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 33 kg more than 1990 Subaru Leone.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (160 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Subaru Leone | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Subaru | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Leone | Colt |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
