1974 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 947 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Galant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Galant | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Galant | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1378 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
