1961 AC Cobra vs. 1975 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1975 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP) has 182 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Cobra weights approximately 38 kg more than 1975 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, 1961 AC Cobra (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1975 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cobra | Galant |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
