1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1991 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 106 is newer by 13 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, 1991 Peugeot 106 (94 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 265 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 106.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 106. (117 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1991 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Galant | 106 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
