1971 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1971 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,491 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 25 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant.
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, 1971 Mitsubishi Galant (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (102 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Galant | 1967 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Galant | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1378 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
