1956 Ford Prefect vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1956 Ford Prefect. (31 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 175 kg more than 1956 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1974 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Prefect | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prefect | Galant |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2430 mm |
