2009 Honda Jazz vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz 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. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Jazz (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Jazz weights approximately 79 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Colt (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz. 2009 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 1996 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jazz | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
