2003 Fiat Stilo vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Stilo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Stilo would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 167 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 2003 Fiat Stilo (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Stilo | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Stilo | Colt |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
