1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 580 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 33 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 75.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 47 L |
