1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 16 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Alfasud | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
