1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 30 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Giulietta | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
