1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 32 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Galant | 159 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
