1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 20 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 815 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.
Because 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 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 | 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
Model | Alfasud | L 200 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 77 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2970 mm |