1997 Hyundai Pony vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 520 kg more than 1997 Hyundai Pony.
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, 1997 Hyundai Pony (119 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Hyundai Pony | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Pony | Colt |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
