1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1963 Riley One-Point-Five
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley One-Point-Five would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 12 more horse power than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. (62 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 5 kg more than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. 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 (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley One-Point-Five.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1963 Riley One-Point-Five | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Riley |
| Model | Galant | One-Point-Five |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2190 mm |
