2007 Kia Rio vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 34 kg more than 1986 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, 2007 Kia Rio (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rio | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Rio | Galant |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1064 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
