1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (143 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1978 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, 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2600 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2350 mm |
