1974 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2010 Kia Picanto is newer by 36 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 2010 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Picanto weights approximately 104 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, 2010 Kia Picanto, 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
| Model | Galant | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1378 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
