2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2007 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,835 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. (96 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 202 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Colt is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mitsubishi Colt. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Colt (198 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147. (146 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2007 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
Model | 147 | Colt |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 20 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 69 L |