1947 Austin 16 vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1947 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 16 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
