1999 MCC Smart vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 MCC Smart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 MCC Smart 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 (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 930 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | MCC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Smart | Colt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 21.1 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 95 L |
