1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair

To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 320 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750.

Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 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 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair, 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 1988 Mitsubishi Debonair
Make Alfa Romeo Mitsubishi
Model 1750 Debonair
Year Released 1967 1988
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1778 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 120 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1450 mm


 

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