1998 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 25 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Because 2013 Mini Cooper 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 2013 Mini Cooper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Galant (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mitsubishi Galant | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mini |
| Model | Galant | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2467 mm |
