1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 926 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 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Galant | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3010 mm |
