1999 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1992 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 145 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
