1975 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (149 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 488 kg more than 1975 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, 2005 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mitsubishi Galant | 2005 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Galant | Altea |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 149 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
