1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 38 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, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix20 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 380 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, 2011 Hyundai ix20 (260 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Galant | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2615 mm |
