1958 Ford Escort vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (144 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 473 kg more than 1958 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Galant (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Escort | 2004 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escort | Galant |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2640 mm |