1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A 95 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1958 Austin A 95 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 95 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
