2001 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 695 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Lotec C 1000.
Because 2001 Lotec C 1000 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 2001 Lotec C 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2001 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 780 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotec C 1000 | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Lotec | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C 1000 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1550 mm |
