1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt

To start off, both 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1984 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 5 kg more than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.

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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. (102 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Colt. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 has manual transmission. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1984 Alfa Romeo 33 1984 Mitsubishi Colt
Make Alfa Romeo Mitsubishi
Model 33 Colt
Year Released 1984 1984
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1490 cc 1437 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 93 HP 70 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 130 Nm 102 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 915 kg 920 kg
Vehicle Length 4150 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1620 mm 1600 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2390 mm


 

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