1997 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 740 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. 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 Mitsubishi Galant (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mitsubishi Galant | 1971 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
Model | Galant | Minica |
Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |