1995 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 146 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
