1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,835 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 (152 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (225 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 75 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 2835 cc |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |
