1997 Innocenti Mille vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Innocenti Mille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Innocenti Mille would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1997 Innocenti Mille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 160 kg more than 1997 Innocenti Mille. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Innocenti Mille. (72 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Innocenti Mille.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Innocenti Mille | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mille | Colt |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |
