1993 Chevrolet Beretta vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 290 kg more than 1973 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 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Beretta | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Beretta | Galant |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2430 mm |
