1985 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 489 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spider | Colt |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 95 L |
