2003 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2003 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 85 kg more than 2003 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi Colt (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Panda | 1999 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Panda | Colt |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
