1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 315 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 145 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
