1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1975 Renault 12
To start off, 1975 Renault 12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,376 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Renault 12 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 12, 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, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 12. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1975 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Galant | 12 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1376 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
