1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ford Zodiac (76 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 254 kg more than 1974 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 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Zodiac | 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Zodiac | Galant |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |
