2005 Fiat Punto 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 Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Punto (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto.

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, 2005 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Colt.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Fiat Punto 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Fiat Mitsubishi
Model Punto Colt
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1124 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 99 HP 54 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 100 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.4 mm 84.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 185 km/hour 165 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 13.3 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1695 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.3 L/100km 5.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 47 L


 

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