1991 Honda CRX vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda CRX (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 560 kg more than 1991 Honda CRX.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda CRX. (121 Nm). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda CRX | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CRX | Colt |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9:01 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
