2000 Alpina B 10 vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2000 Alpina B 10 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alpina B 10 (342 HP) has 268 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alpina B 10 | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Alpina | Mitsubishi |
| Model | B 10 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
