2001 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (216 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1978 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, 2001 Audi A6 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A6 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
