2004 Honda Fit vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2004 Honda Fit is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Fit weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Fit | 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Fit | Colt |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |