1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 25 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, 1998 Citroen Saxo (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 75 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Citroen Saxo (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Saxo | Galant |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2430 mm |
