1949 Maserati A6G vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Maserati A6G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Maserati A6G would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 130 kg more than 1949 Maserati A6G.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1949 Maserati A6G has manual transmission. 1949 Maserati A6G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Maserati A6G | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Maserati | Mitsubishi |
Model | A6G | Galant |
Year Released | 1949 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1005 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |