1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1991 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Colt is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (91 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1991 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 2 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1991 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | Alfetta | Colt |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
