1979 Citroen Visa vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1979 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 418 kg more than 1979 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen Visa | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Visa | Galant |
Year Released | 1979 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 650 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |