1996 Rover 220 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 220 (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 286 kg more than 1996 Rover 220.
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 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 220 | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | 220 | Colt |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |