1997 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 156 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
