1959 Volvo 120 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Volvo 120. (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1959 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 545 kg more than 1959 Volvo 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Volvo 120 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 1959 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Volvo 120. (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Volvo 120 | 2010 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Volvo | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 120 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2751 mm |
