1951 Ford Vedette vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1951 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1951 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 37 kg more than 1951 Ford Vedette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Ford Vedette | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Vedette | Galant |
Year Released | 1951 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2158 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |