1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1990 Dodge Colt
To start off, both 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1990 Dodge Colt were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,779 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1990 Dodge Colt. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1990 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1990 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Dodge Colt. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1990 Dodge Colt | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
| Model | 33 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2400 mm |
