1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 23 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 5 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146. (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2001 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Galant | 146 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
