1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1974 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 155 | Minica |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
