2008 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 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 Mitsubishi Colt (145 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Colt | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
