2007 Fiat Panda vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2007 Fiat Panda and 2007 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (96 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 515 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Panda | Colt |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 20 seconds | 20 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 69 L |