1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (95 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 260 kg more than 1992 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Festiva | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Festiva | Colt |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 95 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |