1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1989 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1989 Dodge Colt is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1989 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Colt weights approximately 38 kg more than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Because 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta 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 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Dodge 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, 1989 Dodge Colt (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1989 Dodge Colt | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | Giulietta | Colt |
Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 957 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2400 mm |