Mitsubishi Colt GTi-16V
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| Manufacturer | Mitsubishi |
| Production | 1988 to 1992 |
| Class | Sports |
| Layout | Hatchback |
| Engine | 1.6L ,1.8L I-4 16V |
| Transmission | Five-speed manual |
| Wheelbase | 2455mm |
| Length | 4245mm |
| Width | 1670mm |
| Ground clearance | 155mm |
Mitsubishi Colt C50, third generation appeared with the GTi-16V Perhaps not one of the better known of the hot-hatch brigade, the Mitsubishi Colt 1600 GTi-16V, to give it it's full name, was introduced in mid-1988 as a replacement for the Colt Turbo model later also as a Colt 1800 GTI-16V .Fitted with five-speed gearbox, the petrol engines and a regulated catalyst and ABS.
The exact reasons for Mitsubishi discarding the turbo philosophy in favour of multi-valves are not clear, but with such sophistications as Mitsubishi's ECI-MULTI electronic fuel injection system, plus the low-friction roller bearing rockers, the new Colt possesses adequate, if not electrifying performance.
As with many 4- valve per cylinder engines, though, low down torque is not a strong point and this car gives away 33 1b ft of it to the previous model. The chassis features front struts and a 3 link torsion-beam rear suspension including frequency responsive damping.
Mitsubishi provide the usual hot-hatch requirements such as power steering, sports seats, electric windows, central locking, sports alloy wheels etc., and as with any Mitsubishi, build quality and refinement are guaranteed.
- 1.6 GTi 16V, DOHC (4G61), 91 kW (124 hp), torque 142 Nm at 5000 rpm, (04.1988 to 02.1990)
- 1.8 GTi 16V, DOHC (4G67), 100 kW (136 hp), torque 162 Nm at 5000 rpm, (03.1990 to 03.1992)
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Mitsubishi Colt GTi 16V Maintenance and Service Guide (1988-1992)
Service intervals- Every 6000 miles
Gearbox oil- 1.8 litres
Cooling system- 5 litres
Fuel tank- 50 litres
Tyre size- 195/60 R 14 82H
Pressures bar (psi)- F/R 20 (29)
Max towing weight- 1000kgENGINE: 1.6L Type-4G61
Engine oil- 4.4 litres
Hydraulic fluid type- DOT 3 spec
Valve timing- 21°BT-51°AB-54.5°BB-17.5°AT
Valve clearances mm (In)-Hydraulic tappets
Spark plugs make/type- NGK BPR 6ES
Spark plugs Gap-0.7-0.8mm
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Mitsubishi Colt GTi 16V Technical details and specifications (1988-1992)
DIMENSIONS
Length overall- 4245mm
Width overall- 1670mm
Height overall- 1405mm
Weight—kerb-1060kg
Ground clearance- 155mm
Wheelbase- 2455mm
Track—front/rear-1430/1430mmENGINE: 1.6L Type-4G61
4 cyl transverse mounted
Firing order/rotation-1-3-4-2
Number of cylinders- 4; No 1 pulley end
Cubic capacity-1596cm
Bore/Stroke-82,3/75mm
Compression ratio- 10.0:1
Brake horsepower- 123 at 6500rpm
Torque (DIN) Nm (1b ft) -142 (104) at 5000rpm
Valve operation-DOHC 4 valves per cyl
Distributor make/type- Electric
Fuel pump- Electric
Ignition make/type- ECU controlled
Piston rings—2 compression 1 oil
Camshaft bearings- 12
Camshaft drive type- Toothed beltCOOLING SYSTEM
Type- Water pump radiator
Radiator pressure cap- 0.8 bar
Fan- Electric
Thermostat- 82°TRANSMISSION
Type-Front wheel drive
Clutch- 200mm hydraulic operation
Manual gearbox type- 5 speed; F5M22
Manual gearbox ratios-0,756; 0,939; 1,285; 1,947; 3,083; R 3,083:1BRAKES:
type- Diagonal dual circuit
Power assistance-Vacuum servo
Front-Ventilated discs 266mm
rear- Discs 265mm
Handbrake -Mechanical on rear wheelsSTEERING:
type- Rack and pinion PAS
Condition for checking-
Camber- Zero ±30'
Castor- 2° 20'±30'
King pin inclination- 2° 30'
Turning circle diameter- 9,8m
FRONT SUSPENSION:
Type-Coil springs/struts, anti roll bar
Spring length- 362mm
Spring rate- 17,8N/mm
Coil diameter- 168,2mm
Wire diameter-12,6mm
REAR SUSPENSION
Wheel camber- Torsion beam, coil springs/struts
Wheel alignment—rear-
Number of coils-
Spring length- 337,4mm
Spring rate- 18,6N/mm
Coil diameter-105mm
Wire diameter-10,0mm
ELECTRICAL
Battery- 12V 40Ah neg earth
Alternator- 65a
Regulated voltage-13.9/14,9v
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