1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 33 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 1,186 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 556 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
Model | Alfasud | Colt |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |