1992 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 320 kg more than 1992 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Civic. (150 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Civic | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Colt |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |