1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1985 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1985 Dodge Colt is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Colt (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Colt weights approximately 256 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1985 Dodge Colt (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1985 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfasud | Colt |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
