1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,972 cc, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (179 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 33 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 2972 cc |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 95 L |
