1969 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1981 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,376 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 260 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mitsubishi Galant (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mitsubishi Galant | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Galant | Minica |
Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1376 cc | 546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2060 mm |