1970 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 70 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GTA | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
