1978 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, both 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV and 1978 Mitsubishi Sapporo were released in the same year (1978). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 124 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1978 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GTV | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
