2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1996 Morgan 4
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,997 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 520 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1996 Morgan 4 (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 1996 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
| Model | Colt | 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 50 L |
