2003 Fiat Idea vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Idea (78 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 292 kg more than 2003 Fiat Idea.
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, 2003 Fiat Idea (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Idea | Colt |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |
