1984 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (81 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 560 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mitsubishi Galant | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Galant | Publica |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2140 mm |
