1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 13 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (95 HP) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1974 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 75 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
