1974 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. Both 1974 Mitsubishi Galant and 1971 Mitsubishi Galant are equipped with a 1,378 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 72 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | 1971 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galant | Galant |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1378 cc | 1378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
