1978 Lada 1600 vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1978 Lada 1600 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1978 Lada 1600. (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1978 Lada 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lada 1600 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lada 1600. (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lada 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lada 1600 | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
Model | 1600 | Galant |
Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |