1949 Bristol 402 vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 402. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 402 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 402 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Bristol 402 (85 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 402 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 402 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1975 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, 1949 Bristol 402 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 402 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 402 | 1975 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 402 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
