2004 Ginetta G34 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ginetta G34. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ginetta G34 would be higher. At 2,970 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (179 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 810 kg more than 2004 Ginetta G34.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2004 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ginetta G34 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ginetta | Mitsubishi |
| Model | G34 | Colt |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2970 cc |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1780 mm |
