1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2011 Smart ForTwo is newer by 27 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (70 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2011 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Smart ForTwo. 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 (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Smart ForTwo. (92 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Smart |
| Model | Galant | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 2695 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 1867 mm |
