2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
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, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 1998 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MiTo | Galant |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
