1974 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1979 Seat 124
To start off, 1979 Seat 124 is newer by 5 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 1,917 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Seat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Seat 124 (108 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Seat 124 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Seat 124 (154 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | 1979 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Galant | 124 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1378 cc | 1917 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
