1986 Citroen BX vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1986 Citroen BX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1986 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 275 kg more than 1986 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen BX | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BX | Galant |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
