1974 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, 1975 Simca 1100 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,378 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1100 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1100, 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, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Galant | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1378 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2530 mm |
