1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano would be higher. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair (111 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair should accelerate faster than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair weights approximately 342 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair (206 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano. (191 Nm). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Caimano | 1979 Mitsubishi Debonair | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caimano | Debonair |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
