1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 8 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Colt. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 76 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1987 Mitsubishi Colt (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi 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 | 1987 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Alfasud | Colt |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
