1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,378 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 85 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mitsubishi Galant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen Visa, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mitsubishi Galant (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1971 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Visa | Galant |
Year Released | 1983 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2310 mm |