1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1989 Dodge Colt
To start off, 1989 Dodge Colt is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Colt (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Colt weights approximately 280 kg more than 1980 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, 1989 Dodge Colt (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1989 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | Alfasud | Colt |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |
