1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant

To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Avanti Avanti (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 80 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti.

Because 1965 Avanti Avanti 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 1965 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1965 Avanti Avanti (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant has automatic transmission and 1965 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1965 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1965 Avanti Avanti 2008 Mitsubishi Galant
Make Avanti Mitsubishi
Model Avanti Galant
Year Released 1965 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 254 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 9.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 67 L