1980 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2012 Renault Twingo is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Twingo (133 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Twingo. (160 Nm @ 440 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Galant | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
