2005 Fiat Palio vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Palio. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 544 kg more than 2005 Fiat Palio. 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 (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Palio | Colt |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 13.3 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 | 906 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.5 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 47 L |