2007 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 11 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spider | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
