2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 1 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. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Because 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Mazda Mitsubishi
Model MX-5 Miata Colt
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 1500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 167 Nm 210 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type 6-speed manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3995 mm 3640 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1695 mm
Vehicle Height 1245 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2329 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 48 L 47 L


 

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