2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
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 Mitsubishi Colt (145 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1990 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Colt | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
