1987 Citroen AX vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 218 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | AX | Galant |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
