1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2011 Tesla Roadster 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. In terms of performance, 2011 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 410 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm). This means 2011 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Tesla |
| Model | Galant | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2352 mm |
