1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,437 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 1984 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GT | Colt |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2390 mm |
