1980 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1959 Skoda 440
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1959 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 235 kg more than 1959 Skoda 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Galant | 1959 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Skoda |
| Model | Galant | 440 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
