1991 Mitsubishi Colt GTi review from Romania
"A little piece of EVO"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Engine hesitates when pushed under 3000 RPM. Never solved this problem. I've just converted to LPG and the engine runs great this way.
Front shocks and ball-joints changed. Something normal on our roads.
Electric windows miss-aligned. It bothers me on rainy weather only.
Electric sunroof leaks and roof rusted real bad. I've cut down and replaced with a standard roof.
Right drive axle replaced. Very expensive parts and some don't fit. For example lower ball-joint plays in original arm so have to buy a new arm, drive axle head don't fit so I have to buy a new axle.
General comments?
This is the best car of this class and age. Except the roof that I have been replaced it is rust free.
It's made to be hard driven. Fast on corners with no body roll. It doesn't under steer or over steer.
Top speed is about 210 Km/h and reach that point real fast. No side wind effects.
Never seen an 1.6 16v NA engine with 126 Hp and a 7500 RPM redline.
ABS is doing it's job. Power steering heps.
Plenty of space in front, but the front seats are placed between the back seats occupants legs.
Forget about the boot space. It is just enough space to install a woofer.
Overall it's a great little unnoticed performance car.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1991 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 1.6 16v Manual |
| Performance marks | 10/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 196000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 220000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Oltcit 12 TRS |
| Date of Entry | 4th October, 2007 |