1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1957 Seat 600
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Seat 600 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1957 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 425 kg more than 1957 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1957 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Galant | 600 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2010 mm |
