1971 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1968 Morris Minor
To start off, 1971 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,378 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Minor.
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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Galant | 1968 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Galant | Minor |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1378 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2190 mm |
