1995 Kia Retona vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1995 Kia Retona is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Retona (90 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Retona weights approximately 930 kg more than 1974 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 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Retona | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Retona | Galant |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
