1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Starion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 175 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 1983 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1983 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GT | Starion |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1125 kg |
