2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 24 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C3. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 85 kg more than 2002 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C3. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | C3 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
