1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi SST is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi SST is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 164 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. (280 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV. 1998 Mitsubishi SST has automatic transmission and 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV has manual transmission. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mitsubishi SST will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GTV | SST |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
