2004 Audi A2 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Audi A2 is newer by 25 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. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A2 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Audi A2.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A2. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A2 | 1979 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Audi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A2 | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
