2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt. (109 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1998 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fiesta | Colt |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2430 mm |
