1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 400 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. 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, 1972 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dino | Galant |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2310 mm |
