1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1971 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1971 Opel Kadett. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 240 kg more than 1971 Opel Kadett. 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 (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel Kadett. (88 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1971 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Galant | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |
