1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 23 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, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (129 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Galant |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |
