2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (143 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 156 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 59 L |
