1996 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2007 Opel Combo
To start off, 2007 Opel Combo is newer by 11 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Combo weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
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 Mitsubishi Colt (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Combo. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | 2007 Opel Combo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Colt | Combo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
