1998 Rover 200 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 475 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 200 | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 200 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
