1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 175 kg more than 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Giulia | Galant |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
