1953 Buick 40 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Buick 40 (123 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1985 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 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 1985 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 40 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2610 mm |
