1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 150 kg more than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spider | Galant |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
