1981 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mitsubishi Galant | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
| Model | Galant | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
