1987 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Galant | 2600 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 163 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
