1983 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 370 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Minica | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Minica | Galant |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 546 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3200 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2430 mm |
