1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 392 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1977 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prefect | Galant |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2520 mm |
