2012 Ford Fiesta vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 399 kg more than 2012 Ford Fiesta. 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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Fiesta | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fiesta | Colt |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1151 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4067 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1697 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2489 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
