1970 Opel GT vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine.
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. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1970 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Opel GT | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Opel | Mitsubishi |
Model | GT | Galant |
Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1100 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 0 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2520 mm |