2002 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (246 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (127 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 147 | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
