1979 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1971 Riley 4
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Riley 4 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 23 more horse power than 1971 Riley 4. (67 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1971 Riley 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 17 kg more than 1971 Riley 4. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Riley 4. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Riley 4.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mitsubishi Galant | 1971 Riley 4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Riley |
Model | Galant | 4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |