1997 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider (155 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 390 kg more than 1988 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 Spider (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spider | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
