1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 13 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 117 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Alfasud | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
