1974 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1978 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 304 is newer by 4 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 8 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 125 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, 1978 Peugeot 304, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | 1978 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Galant | 304 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1378 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2600 mm |
