1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 390 kg more than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1982 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Alfasud | Minica |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2060 mm |
