2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Punto weights approximately 130 kg more than 2005 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, 2008 Fiat Punto (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (145 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Punto | Colt |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 47 L |
