1990 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 12 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 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1978 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 (264 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 164 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
