1955 AC 2-Litre vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1955 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1955 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 155 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 AC 2-Litre | 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 2-Litre | Galant |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2520 mm |
