2008 Mini Cooper vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mini Cooper weights approximately 35 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mini Cooper | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cooper | Galant |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
