1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 25 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 1994 Fiat Punto (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1997 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Punto | Colt |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |