1996 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1961 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 217 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Vauxhall VX4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Vauxhall VX4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Galant (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Galant | 1961 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Galant | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2550 mm |
