1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 660 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Because 1970 Alpine A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Alpine A 110 | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Alpine | Mitsubishi |
Model | A 110 | Galant |
Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2640 mm |