1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1970 Toyota Century
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Century (127 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Century weights approximately 760 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 1970 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Century |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2870 mm |
