1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 25 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Alfasud | Galant |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
