1964 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1993 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1993 Plymouth Colt is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Colt. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 105 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Colt. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1993 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | Spider | Colt |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1833 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
