2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 535 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto.
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 Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Punto | Colt |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 3.9 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 47 L |
