1971 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1973 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1973 Opel Kadett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Galant 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 21 more horse power than 1973 Opel Kadett. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1973 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 35 kg more than 1973 Opel Kadett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Galant | 1973 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1378 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
