1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1978 Avanti Avanti 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 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 580 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 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Avanti Avanti | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Avanti | Mitsubishi |
Model | Avanti | Galant |
Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 6568 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |