1996 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2004 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2004 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Yaris (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 125 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Toyota Yaris (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | 2004 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
