1973 BMW Touring vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (93 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 140 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | Touring | Lancer |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |