1996 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 210 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corsica | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corsica | Colt |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 47 L |
