2005 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV and 2005 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
Model | GTV | Colt |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1122 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |