1974 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1976 Renault 5
To start off, 1976 Renault 5 is newer by 2 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 39 more horse power than 1976 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1976 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 110 kg more than 1976 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1976 Renault 5, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | 1976 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Galant | 5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1378 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
