1985 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2012 Lancia Musa
To start off, 2012 Lancia Musa is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lancia Musa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lancia Musa (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lancia Musa should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lancia Musa weights approximately 320 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lancia Musa (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Lancia Musa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mitsubishi Galant | 2012 Lancia Musa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lancia |
| Model | Galant | Musa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
