1976 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 596 kg more than 1976 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (205 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Galant | 407 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2710 mm |
