1999 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 1999 Honda Civic and 1999 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (167 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Civic weights approximately 325 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 1999 Honda Civic (166 Nm @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 1999 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Civic | Colt |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |