1978 Alpine A 310 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1978 Alpine A 310 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alpine A 310 (148 HP) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1973 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, 1978 Alpine A 310 (208 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Alpine A 310 | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Alpine | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 310 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2430 mm |
