1996 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1992 Tata Estate
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Tata Estate. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1992 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Tata Estate weights approximately 695 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 1992 Tata Estate 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 1992 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1992 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | 1992 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Colt | Estate |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
