1999 Fiat Punto vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Punto weights approximately 40 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Punto. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Punto. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 1999 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1999 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Punto | 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Punto | Colt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
