1985 Alfa Romeo 90 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 400 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 90.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 (246 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 90 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 90 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 95 L |
