2004 Fiat Seicento vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 765 kg more than 2004 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Seicento | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Seicento | Colt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 47 L |
