1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S weights approximately 280 kg more than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | 1985 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 170S | Galant |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
