1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 206 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado (252 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta. (162 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Alfetta | Colorado |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 74 L |
