1997 Lancia Kappa vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1997 Lancia Kappa is newer by 24 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. Both 1997 Lancia Kappa and 1973 Mitsubishi Galant are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 550 kg more than 1973 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, 1997 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lancia Kappa | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Kappa | Galant |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
