1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 115 kg more than 1987 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Maestro | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | Maestro | Galant |
Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |