2004 MCC Smart vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 MCC Smart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC Smart. (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC Smart.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC Smart | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | MCC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Smart | Galant |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2430 mm |
