1956 Ford Consul vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 59 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Ford Consul (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Consul | Galant |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
