1996 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2011 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2011 Tata Sumo is newer by 15 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Sumo weights approximately 855 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 2011 Tata Sumo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Sumo will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | 2011 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Colt | Sumo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4258 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1726 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2425 mm |
