2010 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 900 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today. 1994 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Colt has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | 1994 Honda Today | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Colt | Today |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1500 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1400 mm |
