1957 Chevrolet Bel Air vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1985 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air would be higher. At 3,860 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (115 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air should accelerate faster than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air weights approximately 596 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, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air (277 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air | 1985 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Bel Air | Galant |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3860 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2610 mm |
