1975 Lancia Beta vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Beta | Galant |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
