1976 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 35 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Yaris (106 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 109 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, 2011 Toyota Yaris (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
