1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 22 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Alfasud | Galant |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 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 |
