1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (61 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Alfasud | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
