1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 26 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 125 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Colt.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Colt (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2004 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Galant | Colt |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
