1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman is newer by 33 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, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman weights approximately 175 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Mini Cooper Countryman | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mini |
Model | Galant | Cooper Countryman |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4107 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1788 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1562 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2596 mm |