1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 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 Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,835 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 295 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
Model | Alfa 6 | Colt |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2835 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2970 mm |