1992 Plymouth Colt vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (95 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1992 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 34 kg more than 2010 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2010 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Plymouth Colt | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Plymouth | Ford |
| Model | Colt | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2500 mm |
