2010 Mitsubishi Colt vs. 2013 Mini Roadster
To start off, 2013 Mini Roadster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 295 kg more than 2013 Mini Roadster.
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, 2013 Mini Roadster (279 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | 2013 Mini Roadster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mini |
| Model | Colt | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3758 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1695 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1391 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
