1951 Buick 40 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick 40 (119 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1976 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, 1951 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick 40 | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | 40 | Galant |
Year Released | 1951 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 292 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2430 mm |