1973 BMW Touring vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 23 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), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 5 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | Touring | Lancer |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |