1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 50 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GTV | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
