1967 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spider | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 55 L |
