1999 Tata Estate vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Tata Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Tata Estate would be higher. At 1,946 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Tata Estate. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1999 Tata Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Tata Estate weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Because 1999 Tata Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Tata Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Tata Estate. (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Tata Estate.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Tata Estate | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Tata | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Estate | Colt |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2500 mm |
