1972 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1981 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1981 Talbot 1510 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,378 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Talbot 1510. (63 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1981 Talbot 1510. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Talbot 1510 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Galant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Talbot 1510, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mitsubishi Galant (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Talbot 1510. (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Talbot 1510.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Galant | 1981 Talbot 1510 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Talbot |
Model | Galant | 1510 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1378 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |