1958 Ford Consul vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,702 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Consul weights approximately 50 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 1986 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Consul | Galant |
Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |