1965 Ford Corsair vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 189 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Ford Corsair 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 Ford Corsair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Ford Corsair (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Corsair | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Corsair | Galant |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1834 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1031 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |