1997 Mazda 121 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 879 kg more than 1997 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda 121. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mazda 121 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 121 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 991 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2970 mm |
