1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 8 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 280 kg more than 1997 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1989 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 155 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 11700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 9500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
