2001 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,386 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer. (177 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Lancer | 156 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 2386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
