1994 Alfa Romeo 164 vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. Both 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 and 1980 Mitsubishi Galant are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 (147 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1980 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, 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 (187 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo 164 | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 164 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
