1973 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 40 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Focus weights approximately 381 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, 2013 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Galant | Focus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2649 mm |
