1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1990 Alpine A 610 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alpine | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 610 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
