1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 26 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 30 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (115 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Galant | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2330 mm |
