1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 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 4 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 510 kg more than 1972 Morgan 4. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
| Model | Galant | 4 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
