1972 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Seat Toledo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Toledo (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Toledo weights approximately 446 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Seat Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Galant | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
Model | Galant | Toledo |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1378 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1271 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |