1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Palio (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio.
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, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Palio | Colt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
