2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 144 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spider | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
