1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1977 Renault 12
To start off, 1977 Renault 12 is newer by 4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1977 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 100 kg more than 1977 Renault 12. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 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 1977 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1977 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Galant | 12 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
