1978 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2011 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i20 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | 2011 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Hyundai |
| Model | Galant | i20 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2525 mm |
