1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 has manual transmission. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
