1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 198 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2000 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
