1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP) has 177 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 536 kg more than 1973 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Corvette | Galant |
Year Released | 1965 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 475 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |