1987 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 190 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Galant (122 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Mitsubishi Galant | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Galant | 204 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 52 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
