1967 AC 428 vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP) has 271 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 453 kg more than 1987 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, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant. (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 428 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
