1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 2,279 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 170 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
Because 1973 Vauxhall Firenza is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Vauxhall Firenza (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Galant | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1832 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
