1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 402 kg more than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Alfasud | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2520 mm |
