1999 MCC Smart vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,378 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 125 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Mitsubishi Galant (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1971 Mitsubishi Galant has manual transmission. 1971 Mitsubishi Galant will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1971 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | MCC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Smart | Galant |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1378 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2310 mm |
