1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. Both 1999 Citroen Xantia and 1979 Mitsubishi Galant are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 125 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Citroen Xantia (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Xantia | Galant |
Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |