1946 Austin 16 vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 16 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
