2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Grande Punto and 2009 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Fiat | Mitsubishi |
Model | Grande Punto | Colt |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 47 L |