1995 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 205 kg more than 1978 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GTV | Galant |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
