1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 70 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Colt (213 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Giulia | Colt |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 47 L |
