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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 145 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (121 Nm @ 3500 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
