1975 BMW 1502 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1502 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1502. (73 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 1502 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 BMW 1502 (118 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 1502 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1502 | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1502 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
