2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (198 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200. (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi L 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1996 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 159 | L 200 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
