1989 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 366 kg more than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75. (235 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 75 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 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 | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 95 L |
