1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1993 Seat Ibiza is newer by 15 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, 1993 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 110 kg more than 1993 Seat Ibiza.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Seat Ibiza (166 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Galant | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
