1979 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1971 Morris Marina
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Morris Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Marina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Morris Marina. (83 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 230 kg more than 1971 Morris Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Marina. (134 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | 1971 Morris Marina | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Morris |
| Model | Galant | Marina |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
