1992 Citroen BX vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1992 Citroen BX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,378 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen BX weights approximately 105 kg more than 1970 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Galant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Citroen BX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mitsubishi Galant (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen BX | 1970 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BX | Galant |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
