1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia is newer by 34 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 350 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, 2007 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Galant | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
