1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2003 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2003 Panoz Esperante is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Panoz Esperante (318 HP) has 244 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 330 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, 2003 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 2003 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Panoz |
| Model | Galant | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 318 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2720 mm |
