1972 Honda Life 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 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Honda Life. (29 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 450 kg more than 1972 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Life | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Life | Galant |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 356 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 28 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2430 mm |