1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 120 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Alfasud | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
