1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 625 kg more than 1989 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, 1994 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1994 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Alfasud | Verada |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
