1996 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace (102 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 585 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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, 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Colt | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
