2000 Caterham C21 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham C21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham C21 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham C21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham C21 (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham C21 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 415 kg more than 2000 Caterham C21.
Because 2000 Caterham C21 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 C21. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (161 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham C21. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham C21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham C21 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Caterham | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C21 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
