1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1989 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Colt would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 55 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (129 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Colt. (123 Nm). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1989 Plymouth Colt | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | 33 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2400 mm |
