1991 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 580 kg more than 1991 BMW 318.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 BMW 318. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1991 BMW 318 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 318 | Colt |
Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2833 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 22.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |