2000 Citroen C3 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2000 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C3 weights approximately 48 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C3 | 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C3 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2430 mm |
