1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 2,833 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
Model | GTA | Colt |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2833 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 294 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 95 L |