2012 Honda Civic vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 283 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic.
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) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Civic | 2010 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Civic | Colt |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11:01 | 9:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1267 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4276 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1785 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1445 mm | 1550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
