1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,970 cc, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 290 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spider | Colt |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 2970 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 95 L |
