1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 300 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1991 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Giulia | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
