1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 27 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 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
Model | Alfasud | Colt |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2972 cc |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |