1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1100 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 45 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 290 kg more than 1975 Simca 1100. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Simca |
| Model | Galant | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
