1952 Citroen 15 vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Citroen 15 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Citroen 15 | 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | 15 | Galant |
Year Released | 1952 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2520 mm |