1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1989 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Alto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 535 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Alto. 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 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1989 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Galant | Alto |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2180 mm |
