2007 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2010 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Tata Nano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2010 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | 2010 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tata |
| Model | Colt | Nano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2833 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 37 L |
