1970 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Seat Toledo weights approximately 519 kg more than 1970 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Galant 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 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo, 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Galant. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mitsubishi Galant | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Galant | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1378 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
