2006 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 360 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1994 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | 1994 Honda Today | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Colt | Today |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1332 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
