1968 Ford 17 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 2,550 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 150 kg more than 1968 Ford 17.
Because 1968 Ford 17 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 1968 Ford 17. 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, 1968 Ford 17 (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford 17 | 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 17 | Galant |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2550 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
