1985 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 4 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spider | Galant |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1960 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1161 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
