1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ weights approximately 95 kg more than 1976 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, 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SZ | Galant |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
