1998 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1957 Trabant P 70

To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Trabant P 70 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1957 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 360 kg more than 1957 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Trabant P 70. (55 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Trabant P 70.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Mitsubishi Galant 1957 Trabant P 70
Make Mitsubishi Trabant
Model Galant P 70
Year Released 1998 1957
Engine Size 1834 cc 690 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 22 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 161 Nm 55 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1210 kg 850 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 3750 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2390 mm


 

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