1970 Ford Cortina vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (159 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1970 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 480 kg more than 1970 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford Cortina 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 1970 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Galant (220 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Cortina. (92 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 2005 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cortina | Galant |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 67 L |
