1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi SST is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi SST is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi SST weights approximately 380 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1998 Mitsubishi SST has automatic transmission and 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi SST will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Alfasud | SST |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2570 mm |
