1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 142 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Galant | 356 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2110 mm |
