1980 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 165 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
Model | Spider | Galant |
Year Released | 1980 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |