1995 Ford Aspire vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Aspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Aspire would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Aspire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Aspire (63 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Aspire should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 520 kg more than 1995 Ford Aspire.
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, both vehicles can yield 100 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Aspire | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aspire | Colt |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 47 L |
