1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. (81 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 412 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
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, 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (172 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1992 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Alfasud | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
