1977 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. Both 1977 Mitsubishi Galant and 2010 BMW 120 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | 2010 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | BMW |
| Model | Galant | 120 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
