1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1963 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Crown weights approximately 90 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Crown. (152 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Crown.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 1963 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Crown |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
