1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (130 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 85 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 90.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (176 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Galant | 90 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
