1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1988 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Alfasud | Minica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2270 mm |
