1970 Austin 3 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 3 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Austin 3 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 3 | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 3 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
