1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 428 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Xantia | Galant |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |
