1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (125 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 317 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DB4 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
