2001 Fiat Palio vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 180 kg more than 1982 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, 2001 Fiat Palio (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt. (112 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Palio | 1982 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Palio | Colt |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
