2009 Ford Fiesta vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. Both 2009 Ford Fiesta and 1996 Mitsubishi Colt are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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 Ford Fiesta (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt.
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2009 Ford Fiesta | 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Fiesta | Colt |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |