1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 1981 Zastava 102 is newer by 8 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 40 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 230 kg more than 1981 Zastava 102. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Zastava |
| Model | Galant | 102 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2160 mm |
