1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 136 kg more than 1975 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, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Alfasud | Galant |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
