1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 64 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
| Model | Galant | ForFour |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
