1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP) has 164 more horse power than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1984 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, 1993 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alpina B6 | 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B6 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
