2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 485 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Caterham 7 | 1998 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Caterham | Mitsubishi |
Model | 7 | Colt |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2430 mm |