2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 155 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Xsara | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
