1969 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (137 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 535 kg more than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mitsubishi Galant | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Galant | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1376 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2680 mm |
